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ION-factory’s CarbonCover for BlackBerry PlayBook

Accessorize Mobile Team — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 15:24:48 +0000

Recently we told you about ION-factory’s new Bold Ring Bumper for the Bold 9900, now we’re going to show you their latest BlackBerry PlayBook case designed to give a carbon fiber feeling. This is the CarbonCover from ION-factory which is designed from a polycarbonate plastic and carbon fiber immmation product, the CarbonCover creates a hard protective case for your PlayBook, and brings a little style. This case also has a handy stand built-in for viewing and using your PlayBook on an angle. The CarbonCover for the BlackBerry PlayBook is available in black or white for $69.99 each from their website.

Review: Case-Mate Tough Case for BlackBerry Bold 9900/9930

Accessorize Mobile Team — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 02:39:04 +0000

When it comes to cases I’ve used pretty much everything, but this one in particular stands out. The Case-Mate Tough Case is a hybrid case which provides a silicon layer to wrap the device, then a hard plastic shell to snap over top of the silicon. The end result is a very nicely protected BlackBerry. Case-Mate currently offers the Tough Case for the Bold 9900 in several colors, including black/black, black/pink, and black/light blue. We reviewed the black/light blue combo and it easily became one of my favorite cases for the Bold 99xx.

I rock the Tough Case on my Bold 9900 pretty much every day for a couple reasons, one I love the fit, two it stylish, and three its protective, simple as that. Like previous Tough Cases I’ve used they fit perfect and certainly give the other brands a run for their money. Speaking of money, if you were curious about the price of this particular case, Case-Mate retails the Bold 9900/9930 Tough Case for only $35 on their website.

When we review a case people always ask about the size, and it’s a pretty valid question, so let’s answer this for you. When you think of slim cases you think of the Barely There Series from Case-Mate, and I can say the Tough Case is definitely not slim. Because it’s tough body is designed from two layers (a silicon skin and hard plastic shell) it makes you device bigger, but it feels safe enough to drop and bump the device around. One thing that really stands out for me about the Tough Case is the back of the plastic casing. It’s got this great rubberized feeling grip on the back, which is handy if you carry your phone around in your hand.

Final Thoughts:

It’s pretty clear that the Case-Mate Tough Case is a winner. It provides just the right amount of protection for your BlackBerry Bold, plus adds some style and even color options. All of this in a decent price point of $35 makes the Tough Case an easy choice. You can follow the link below to check out the case at Case-Mate.

Accessorize Mobile Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars

Pros:

Perfect fit on the device
Color options available
Rubberized grip backing

Cons:

No screen protector included with case

Check out the Case-Mate Tough Case for the Bold 9900/9930 at Case-Mate

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OtterBox launches BlackBerry Bold 9790 Commuter Series Case

Accessorize Mobile Team — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:19:39 +0000

The BlackBerry Bold 9790 has just started to reach carriers in North America, and OtterBox is already on to protecting it. OtterBox has just launched their popular Commuter Series case for the Bold 9790. The Commuter Series has long been a favorite for BlackBerry owners because of the two layers of protection, compact size, and its $35 price tag makes it reasonable for a good quality case. As we said above the Commuter Series is designed from two layers of protection, the first being a silicon skin that wraps your device, then followed by a hard plastic shell that clips over the silicon. Like all Commuter Series cases this one includes a screen film to protect your BlackBerry from scratches. You can check out the new OtterBox Commuter Series for the Bold 9790 at OtterBox.com.

Review: Ballistic Shell Gel Case for the BlackBerry Bold 9900/9930

Susan — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:26:02 +0000

We all have heard of the latest Built for BlackBerry Ballistic cases for the BlackBerry PlayBook and we’re all too familiar with the Otterbox. Ballistic has cases for the BlackBerry, so for this review we’re going to take a look at the 9930 Ballistic case.

I was very curious when my case arrived. There are three colors available for the 9930. Black, Black/Red, and Black/Gray. I had ordered the Black/Red case and when it came, I was impressed that it came in a case that resembled a book. It opens like a book. Information on the case rest on the front and back of the package. Opening the package, I found the warranty on the inside spine, and the directions of how to apply the case on the inside back of the package. There’s another neat feature I really like: the bar code on the back, which I scanned with my BlackBerry PlayBook, and it brought up the Ballistic website which let me know the case is authentic and has more information about it on there.

The case comes in two parts. The black silicone with thick corners and the red hard polycarbonate shell make up the case. The features that are advertised for this case are:

Advanced three layers of protection
Layer 1 – Soft silicone equipped with Ballistic Corners™
Layer 2 – Tough impact resistant polycarbonate shell
Layer 3 – Ballistic shock absorbent polymer
Pocket-able protection
Equipped with a lay-on-table-feature (laying the case face down will keep the screen and the keyboard safe inside and raised from a flat surface)

So let’s check out the case. The hard polycarbonate is both stylish and raised where the camera and flash are. The silicone case is nice, the top and bottom are thicker and have a “bumper” feel to it. The silicone case goes on easily. The thick edging feels very durable and sits protectively over the corners. The hard polycarbonate fits on top, and just needs a little bit of working with to get it fit snug.

Cons: I’d like to see the case have some built-in plugs for the ports to protect them from dust and things of that nature. I’d also like to see a screen protector included. I use my Skinomi on my BlackBerry, but having a screen protector included just gives that finishing touch.

Pros: The case is priced nicely, goes into a pocket or pocketbook easily, looks stylish, and is easy to install on your phone. It does protect from the occasional drop like a champ. It reminds me of being somewhere between an Otterbox Defender and Commuter, but without a holster, port plugs, or screen protector.

All in all, it’s a great case. It’s not too bulky, has a nice feel to it, and looks like a top of the line case. The materials don’t feel cheap or flimsy, and feels like it’s ready to prepare your phone for battle.

The case comes in the Black, Black/Red, and Black/Gray case and sells for $34.99.

You can purchase your Ballistic case from the Ballistic website here.

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

This review is written by Susan from BlackBerrySync.com. Susan is a senior editor with BBSync, and has decided to share her thoughts of the Ballistic SG for the Bold 9900 with Accessorize Mobile readers.

Pong Research Reduces Cellular Radiation and Protects Your Bold 9900 in Style

Accessorize Mobile Team — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:06:40 +0000

Do you remember Pong Research? They offer protective cases that are designed to reduce your exposure to cell phone radiation. Pong has just released their latest addition, the Leather Touch case for the BlackBerry Bold 9900/9930. Here’s a quick description from Pong:

Pong™ for Blackberry Bold 9900/9930 protects you, your BlackBerry, and your signal. Pong is the ONLY solution proven by Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certified laboratories to protect users from cell phone radiation while not compromising phone performance.

The Blackberry Bold 9900/9930 case is now available in a NEW Leather Touch finish, that is both soft to touch, easy to grip, and elegant in design. This is a stylish complement to the Blackberry Bold 9900/9930, while also protecting you, the smartphone and the signal!

Pong is proven to reduce your exposure to cell phone radiation up to 95% below FCC limits, and the Blackberry Bold 9900/9930 case is compatible with Blackberry Bold 9900/9930′s smartphones operating on U.S. and international carrier networks.

So if you’re worried about radiation from your BlackBerry, and would like some stylish protection, then check out the new Leather Touch case from Pong. It retails for $60 and can be found here.

ION-factory launches Bold Ring Bumper for the BlackBerry Bold 9900/9930

Accessorize Mobile Team — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 17:18:20 +0000

You might remember ION-factory from a review we did last year on their beautiful carbon fiber cases, now ION-factory is revisting the Bold series with their new Bold Ring for the Bold 9900/9930. The Bold Ring wraps your around the sides and back of your BlackBerry Bold leaving the natural Carbon Fiber finish on the battery door. It’s sort of a bumper for say for the BlackBerry Bold. The Bold Ring is designed from an iridium coating and is available in three colors (silver, gold, sapphire) for $34.99 each.

From ION-factory:

Exquisite and excellent designer cover for BlackBerry 9900 that matches perfectly with the original carbon fiber body. Unlike the original hard shell, ION Bold Ring is made of the state-of-art iridium coating that offers no interruption of phone signal. An exclusive contouring also offers scratch protection for the screen and keyboards while the phone stands upside down.

designed for BlackBerry 9900 phone

maximum protection against accidental damage such as bumps and scratches

full access to all phone controls

high-performance Polycarbonate plastic

iridium coating offers non-interruption of phone signal

You can check out the Bold Ring from ION-factory on their website here.

Ballistic Shell Gel Cases for the BlackBerry Curve 9350/9360/9370 Coming Soon

Accessorize Mobile Team — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 17:08:32 +0000

The new BlackBerry Curve 9350/9360/9370 smartphones are extremely thin and easily breakable. That’s why good protection is a must for this smartphone. Ballisitc has designed their popular Shell Gel cases for the new Curve, and has announced they’re coming soon. The Ballisitc Shell Gel (SG) cases three layers of protection, including the Ballistic Corners for drop, bump, and shock protection.

We are happy to offer the the best pocket-able protection on the market…our Ballistic Shell Gel (SG) Series Case for the BlackBerry Curve 9350/9360/9370. An amazing feature included in our Shell Gel (SG) Series is the Ballistic Corners™ – which means all four corners have extra shock absorption, right where you need it most. So drop your phone with confidence, in the airport, office, parking lot, school or even at home – you’ll always be protected with our Ballistic Shell Gel (SG) Series Case for the BlackBerry Curve 9350/9360/9370.

Advanced three layers of protection

Layer 1 – Soft silicone equipped with Ballistic Corners™

Layer 2 – Tough impact resistant polycarbonate shell

Layer 3 – Ballistic shock absorbent polymer

Pocket-able protection

Equipped with a lay-on-table-feature

You can register to be notified when these cases are available for the BlackBerry Curve 9350, 9360, and 9370 at goballisticcase.com.

Monkey Around with Your BlackBerry Curve 9350/9360/9370

Accessorize Mobile Team — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:00:38 +0000

Have you been looking for that right case for your BlackBerry Curve that allows you to monkey around? This is the Case-Mate Bubbles case and its form-fitted for your BlackBerry Curve 9350/9360/9370 to protect it and keep it hilarious. The Case-Mate Bubbles case will run you about $24.99 and can be ordered here.

The jokes never stop with this monkey. The Bubbles BlackBerry Curve 9350 / 9360 / 9370 case keeps you cracking up—without cracking your BlackBerry—with a protective silicone case.

Monkey around with the snug fit BlackBerry case that protects and shield. The textured case contrasts with Bubbles’ ultra-smooth features that make for an easy-to-hold grip. The fun and detailed case continues down to the banana key charm. You’ll get the last laugh with the innovative lay flat design that protects your screen from damage.

Incipio SILICRYLIC Hard Shell Case for BlackBerry Bold 9900/9930

Accessorize Mobile Team — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 21:42:35 +0000

We’ve taken a look at many Incipio products before, and the SILICRYLIC case has always been a favorite among readers. Well Inicpio recently announced the launch of this popular case for the new BlackBerry Bold 9900/9930 smartphone. The Incipio SILICRYLIC cases are now available in four colors for the new Bold Touch, including black/black, pink/grey, white/grey, and the cool blue/grey as seen above. You can check out this case and purchase it for $29.99 on Incipio’s website.

Comprised of two parts, a shock absorbing silicone core and a high quality polycarbonate exterior shell, the SILICRYLIC® for BlackBerry Bold 9900 9930 is protective yet remains lightweight. The SILICRYLIC® for BlackBerry Bold 9900 9930 safeguards your device while allowing complete access to ports and functions with custom cutouts and raised covered buttons. The SILCRYLIC ® comes packed with the Incipio Vanity Kit, complete with surface protector, applicator card, and cleaning cloth to ensure that your smartphone stays in prime condition.

Do you need more protection? Then we might suggest checking out Incipio’s new Predator case for the Bold 9900/9930. The Predator case is designed from polycarbonate and silicon to create a rough and tough case. You can see it here.

OtterBox Protection for the BlackBerry Curve 9350/9360/9370

Accessorize Mobile Team — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 21:33:46 +0000

The new BlackBerry Curve 9350, 9360, and 9370 are crazy thin smartphones that could use some great protection. Our friends at OtterBox have just introduced three cases for the new Curve, including the popular Commuter and Defender Series cases and the Impact Series skin. The Defender Series is designed to provide to most protection with three layers of protection, followed the Commuter Series with a silicon skin and hard plastic shell, and then the Impact Series which is a tough silicon skin. As you can see the OtterBox cases for the new BlackBerry Curve start at only $19.95 from otterbox.com. Check out some high resolution shots below…